Description
This easy broccoli cheddar soup is a comforting and gluten free recipe that combines tender broccoli, creamy Greek yogurt, and sharp cheddar cheese for a warm and nourishing meal perfect for any soup lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Dairy
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 1 large head of broccoli including stalks (about 1 lb)
- 1 yukon gold potato (diced, about 1.5 cups)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
Seasonings and Broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 900 mL vegetable broth
Instructions
- Saute aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced onion and pressed garlic, sautéing until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Stir in broccoli stalks, diced potato, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer until tender: Cover the pot and cook until the broccoli stalks and potatoes are tender enough to pierce with a fork, about 10 minutes.
- Blend soup: Transfer the soup to a high-powered blender or use an immersion blender directly in the pot to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate yogurt and fresh vegetables: Return the blended soup to the pot, stir in Greek yogurt, then add broccoli florets and shredded carrots. Simmer while stirring frequently until the broccoli is fully cooked, around 5-7 minutes.
- Add cheese and finish: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Serve hot and optionally top with crushed gluten free crackers.
Notes
- This recipe is inspired by Panera's classic broccoli cheddar soup but made gluten free and healthier by adding Greek yogurt.
- Using the broccoli stalks along with florets adds more fiber and flavor without waste.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a richer texture.
- For a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth to reach desired consistency.
- Use a high-powered blender to get the smoothest texture or an immersion blender for convenience.
- Top with gluten free crackers or cooked bacon bits for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups
- Calories: 337 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1580 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 58 mg
